Carl's Jr. Meals Under 500 Calories (2026)
The 10 highest-protein Carl's Jr. items at 500 calories or less — eat light without losing the protein, with prices for every pick.
#1 Ranked 2026
Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders — $6.49
Chicken & Sandwiches · 420 calories · 30g protein
View Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders details →Full Ranking — Top 10 Meals Under 500 Calories
| Rank | Item | Price | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersChicken & Sandwiches | $6.49 | 420 cal | 30g |
| 2 | Big HamburgerBurgers | $3.49 | 480 cal | 26g |
| 3 | Bacon & Egg Croissant SandwichBreakfast | $3.99 | 460 cal | 20g |
| 4 | Kids CheeseburgerKids Menu | $4.99 | 380 cal | 20g |
| 5 | Kids Chicken Tenders (2)Kids Menu | $4.99 | 320 cal | 16g |
| 6 | Crispy Chicken TacoTacos & More | $1.99 | 280 cal | 14g |
| 7 | Sausage BiscuitBreakfast | $2.49 | 420 cal | 14g |
| 8 | Beef TacoTacos & More | $1.99 | 260 cal | 12g |
| 9 | Kids Chicken TacoKids Menu | $4.49 | 280 cal | 12g |
| 10 | Fries (Medium)Tacos & More | $2.99 | 410 cal | 5g |
How We Ranked These Carl's Jr. Items
This ranking is computed automatically from the Carl's Jr. menu in our structured database — every item is filtered and sorted by price, protein, calories, and value using structured data from official menu sources. Rankings update when the underlying menu data is refreshed. Prices are approximate national averages and may vary by location.
Meals Under 500 Calories — FAQ
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